Tonight on #DallasChat: ‘Red, White and Ewing’

Dallas, Emma Bell, Emma Ryland, John Ross Ewing, Josh Henderson, Julie Gonzalo, Pamela Rebecca Barnes Ewing, TNT

Talk about fireworks

You’re invited to Dallas Decoder’s next #DallasChat on Twitter, which I’ll hold Monday, June 30, from 9 to 10 p.m. Eastern time. Since Independence Day is right around the corner, our theme will be “Red, White and Ewing.”

If you have ideas for questions, leave them in the comments section below, tweet them to me @DallasDecoder or post them to my Facebook page. I may choose one or more questions and ask them during our discussion.

New to #DallasChat? Here’s how it works: For one hour, I tweet 10 questions to my fellow “Dallas” fans. Each question is numbered and includes the hashtag #DallasChat, so your answers should do the same. Please include the show’s official hashtag, #DallasTNT, in your tweets too.

Here’s a sample exchange:

Q1. Who is #DallasTNT’s most patriotic character? #DallasChat

A1. I vote for John Ross. He stands for truth, justice and the Ewing way! What could be more American than that? #DallasTNT #DallasChat

Two tips:

• During the discussion, enter #DallasChat in Twitter’s search field. This will help you watch the search results so you can follow the conversation. Click “All” to see all the related tweets.

• Be sure to include #DallasChat in your tweets. This allows the other participants to see your contributions to the conversation.

This should be another fun discussion. Don’t miss it!

#DallasChat Daily: What’s J.R. and Sue Ellen’s Best Scene?

J.R. Ewing, Larry Hagman, Linda Gray, Sue Ellen Ewing, TNT

J.R. and Sue Ellen Ewing’s love story spanned more than three decades. What’s your favorite moment?

Their clash before he was shot? The time they reminisced about their courtship? Their confrontation after she caught him in bed with Holly Harwood? The time she gave him a taste of his own medicine? Their reunion at the Cattle Baron’s Ball? Something else?

Your #DallasChat Daily question: What’s J.R. and Sue Ellen’s best scene?

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#DallasChat Daily: How are Sue Ellen and John Ross Alike?

John Ross Ewing, Josh Henderson, Linda Gray, Sue Ellen Ewing, TNT

John Ross is J.R.’s son from tip to tail, but what does he have in common with his mother, Sue Ellen?

Your #DallasChat Daily question: How are Sue Ellen and John Ross alike?

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#DallasChat Daily: Did Sue Ellen Love Any of Her Suitors?

Christopher Atkins, Cliff Barnes, Dusty Farlow, Jack Scalia, Jared Martin, Ken Kercheval, Linda Gray, Nicolas Pearce, Peter Richards, Sue Ellen Ewing

J.R. was the love of Sue Ellen’s life, but how much did she care for the men with whom she cheated during their marriage?

Among her flings: J.R.’s arch rival, Cliff Barnes; little John Ross’s camp counselor, Peter Richards; investment banker Nicolas Pearce; and of course, everyone’s favorite rodeo cowboy, Dusty Farlow.

Your #DallasChat Daily question: Did Sue Ellen love any of the men she had affairs with?

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#DallasChat Daily: Did J.R. Love Any of His Mistresses?

Dallas, Deborah Shelton, J.R. Ewing, Julie Grey, Kristin Shepard, Larry Hagman, Mandy Winger, Mary Crosby, Serena Wald, Stephanie Blackmore, Tina Louise, TNT

Everyone knows Sue Ellen was the love of J.R.’s life, but what about the women he cheated with during their marriage?

Among the mistresses: J.R.’s longtime secretary, Julie Grey; his favorite prostitute, Serena Wald; his favorite model, Mandy Winger; and of course his least favorite sister-in-law, Kristin Shepard.

Your #DallasChat Daily question: Did J.R. love any of his mistresses?

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Melinda Clarke to Play Tracey McKay on ‘Dallas’

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Melinda Clarke (Getty Images)

“Dallas” has cast Melinda Clarke as Tracey McKay, one of Bobby Ewing’s girlfriends from the original series. Clarke will appear on the TNT drama during the second half of the third season, which resumes Monday, August 18.

Tracey was introduced during the original “Dallas’s” 12th season and was played by Beth Toussaint. The character is the daughter of Ewing rival Carter McKay, played by George Kennedy, and was briefly romanced by Bobby (Patrick Duffy), but the affair ended when he tangled with Tracey’s drug-dealing brother Tommy, played by J. Eddie Peck. Tracey briefly returned to the series the following season when Tommy was killed off.

This season, TNT’s “Dallas” introduced Carter’s grandson Hunter (Fran Kranz), a childhood friend of John Ross and Christopher’s who is secretly helping Nicolas (Juan Pablo Di Pace) with his scheme against the Ewings.

A TNT spokeswoman confirmed the casting of Clarke, who is best known for her roles on “The O.C.” and “Nikita,” along with a recurring gig on “C.S.I.: Crime Scene Investigation” as Lady Heather, a dominatrix. Clarke also appeared alongside Julie Gonzalo in episodes of “Nikita” and “Eli Stone.”

TNT has provided no details on Tracey’s storyline, although showrunner Cynthia Cidre previously hinted one of Bobby’s old flames could return and provide a new obstacle for him and Ann (Brenda Strong). Ultimate Dallas reported the character’s return yesterday.

There’s also no word on why Toussaint isn’t returning as Tracey. Toussaint’s most recent television role was on “The Young and the Restless” in 2006, according to her IMDb profile.

What do you think of Melinda Clarke’s casting as Tracey McKay? Share your comments below and read more news from Dallas Decoder.

#DallasChat Daily: Were J.R. and Sue Ellen Good Parents?

John Ross Ewing, Josh Henderson, J.R. Ewing, Larry Hagman, Linda Gray, Sue Ellen Ewing, TNT

J.R. and Sue Ellen’s marriage had its ups and downs, but how would you describe the way they raised their son, John Ross?

Consider: J.R. devoted much of his life to building a legacy for John Ross, although he wasn’t exactly a moral role model for the boy, was he? Meanwhile, Sue Ellen drank throughout her pregnancy and struggled to bond with John Ross when he was a baby, although after her divorce from J.R., she allowed the child to stay at Southfork because she believed it was best for him. On balance, did the couple do right by John Ross?

Your #DallasChat Daily question: Were J.R. and Sue Ellen good parents?

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It’s Couples’ Night on #DallasChat

Dallas, John Ross Ewing, Josh Henderson, Julie Gonzalo, Pamela Rebecca Barnes Ewing, TNT

Two of a kind

You’re invited to Dallas Decoder’s next #DallasChat on Twitter, which I’ll hold Monday, June 23, from 9 to 10 p.m. Eastern time. We’ll discuss “Dallas’s” dynamic duos, so our theme will be “Coupling.”

If you have ideas for questions, leave them in the comments section below, tweet them to me @DallasDecoder or post them to my Facebook page. I may choose one or more questions and ask them during our discussion.

New to #DallasChat? Here’s how it works: For one hour, I tweet 10 questions to my fellow “Dallas” fans. Each question is numbered and includes the hashtag #DallasChat, so your answers should do the same. Please include the show’s official hashtag, #DallasTNT, in your tweets too.

Here’s a sample exchange:

Q1. Who is your favorite couple on #DallasTNT? #DallasChat

A1. John Ross and Pamela. They’re this generation’s J.R. and Sue Ellen! #DallasChat #DallasTNT

Two tips:

• During the discussion, enter #DallasChat in Twitter’s search field. This will help you watch the search results so you can follow the conversation. Click “All” to see all the related tweets.

• Be sure to include #DallasChat in your tweets. This allows the other participants to see your contributions to the conversation.

I look forward to seeing you tonight!

#DallasChat Daily: Which Story Should’ve Ended Differently?

Barbara Bel Geddes, Bobby Ewing, Dallas, Dusty Farlow, Jared Martin, Jenna Wade, J.R. Ewing, Larry Hagman, Linda Gray, Miss Ellie Ewing, Pam Ewing, Patrick Duffy, Priscilla Beaulieu Presley, Sue Ellen Ewing, TNT, Victoria Principal

Not every “Dallas” storyline ends on a satisfying note. What if you had the power to change the things that disappointed you?

Would Bobby choose Jenna over Pam? Would Sue Ellen ride off into the sunset with Dusty? Would Miss Ellie have returned to Southfork after her travels abroad? How would you have written J.R. out of the TNT series?

Your #DallasChat Daily question: Which “Dallas” storylines should have ended differently?

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#DallasChat Daily: Which ‘Dallas’ Storylines are Overrated?

Bobby Ewing, Dallas, Jenna Wade, J.R. Ewing, Judith Light, Judith Ryland, Larry Hagman, Pam Ewing, Patrick Duffy, Priscilla Beaulieu Presley, TNT, Victoria Principal

Do you hate “Dallas” storylines that other fans love?

Maybe you feel the “Who Shot J.R.?” mystery doesn’t stand the test of time. Perhaps you were bored by the Pam/Bobby/Jenna love triangle, or maybe you think “Dallas” was getting along quite nicely without Bobby when he suddenly materialized in Pam’s shower. Perhaps you find Judith Ryland’s transformation into a drug-smuggling madam utterly ridiculous.

Your #DallasChat Daily question: Which “Dallas” storylines are overrated, and why do you dislike  them?

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